A few years ago I embarked on a research project with the National Writing Project (NWP) where we looked at college and career readiness with regard to writing. What we discovered was that our students were not prepared for the Read more…
Four resolutions to revolutionize and rejuvenate your teaching.
BY: LIZ KEIPER “Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” ― Søren Kierkegaard ― While every season of the school year has pros and cons, I often feel that January through March is the sweet Read more…
I remember vividly the first time I put my head on my desk and cried during my lunch period. The bell to end fourth period and move to lunch had just rung and a student was lingering behind asking me Read more…
I posted previously sharing some of the incredible work my students have been doing with the Passion Project, and the presentations they shared before the winter break have had me doing some serious thinking about what more this project could Read more…